Arlington Reads with Jessica B. Harris (FREE)

With eight locations across Arlington, Virginia, Arlington Public Library is the heart of a thoughtful, inclusive and dynamic community where people and ideas connect. We champion the power of stories, information and ideas. We create space for culture and connection. We embrace inclusion and diverse points of view. Always free, always open.

Arlington Public Library

The James Beard Foundation Award-winning culinary historian, college professor, cookbook author and journalist discusses food and culture.

Central Library

Arlington Reads

Arlington Public Library's signature author discusion program pairs popular authors with timely themes and uses the Library’s role as a trusted convener to foster civil conversation, empathy and positive community action.

<a href="https://library.arlingtonva.us/author-talks/arlingtonreads/" title="https://library.arlingtonva.us/author-talks/arlingtonreads/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Arlington Reads Stirs It Up!</a>For 2026, Arlington Reads turns 20 and Arlington Public Library will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States by looking at American life, history and culture through the lens of food. Join us for a conversation with Jessica B. Harris to talk about food, culture, and community.Registration recommended on <a href="https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/15277028" title="https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/15277028" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Arlington Public Library's website</a>. First-come, first-served seating. By registering, you will receive event updates. The event will also be livestreamed and available as a recording on Arlington County's Youtube channel; please register to receive the online link. Jessica B. Harris is an American culinary historian, college professor, cookbook author and journalist. Harris is professor emerita at Queens College, City University of New York, where she taught for 50 years and is also the author of 15 books, including “Braided Heritage.” She has won twice James Beard Foundation Awards, including for Lifetime Achievement in 2020, and her book “High on the Hog” was adapted in 2021 as a four-part Netflix series.

Arlington Reads with Jessica B. Harris (FREE)

More events from Arlington Public Library

Discover more events from Arlington Public Library, from Food & Drink to other experiences you might love.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all events in Arlington and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.

Arlington Reads with Jessica B. Harris (FREE)

More events from Arlington Public Library

Discover more events from Arlington Public Library, from Food & Drink to other experiences you might love.

You might also like...

Browse more events with different dates, prices, and formats to find your next great experience.

Still looking for the right event?

Explore all events in Arlington and filter by date, category, and more to find the perfect fit.